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Tag: Martin Laird

Into the Silent Land: Six Lessons on Contemplative Prayer

April 19, 2019 Rich Lewis Leave a comment

I am excited to share my reflections on Into the Silent Land: A Guide to the Christian Practice of Contemplation…

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Posted in: Book Reviews Filed under: awareness of God, centering prayer, Christian Contemplation, contemplative prayer, contemplative spirituality, Into the Silent Land, Martin Laird, silence and stillness, Spiritual Growth, True self

An Ocean of Light: Book Review

March 23, 2019 Rich Lewis 4 Comments

  I am excited to share my review of An Ocean of Light: Contemplation, Transformation, and Liberation by Martin Laird. Martin…

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Posted in: Book Reviews Filed under: centering prayer, contemplative prayer, depression, god, Jesus, Martin Laird, self improvement, silence, transformation

God Is Not Pleased With Me

March 11, 2019 Rich Lewis Leave a comment

  “God is not pleased with me.” Do you really believe this? Why would God not be pleased with you? …

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Posted in: General Filed under: centering prayer, god, Jesus, Martin Laird, self improvement, thoughts
  • Find Your WellAugust 23, 2026
    Just show up. Find your well. Dig deep and see where it takes you. Centering prayer is my well. I began this practice in June of 2014. It resonated with me. As much as possible,…
  • What Do You Do When You Can’t Quiet Your Mind During Centering Prayer?August 20, 2026
    What do you do when you cannot quiet your mind during centering prayer? Nothing. You do not try to stop your thoughts. That is not the goal of centering prayer. Thoughts will come. Plans. Worries.…
  • How Do I Handle Anxiety?August 16, 2026
    How do I handle anxiety? I think most of us suffer from anxiety from time to time. Let me share how I handle it. I practice centering prayer twice per day. Twice per day, I…
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